Sounds like the same system that lots of NFL teams are using for their turf. I got a tour of Detroit's Ford Field when it was brand new - same deal. Blades were actually about 4-5" long throughout the turf, then filled with shredded tires (appropo for a Detroit team). Looked great, was comfy to walk on.
Though I think I'd have a hard time designing a 'scape to go with a pink wall with blue and green polka-dots.
